Village Glen is a family owned business offering Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Home Support Services on the Mornington Peninsula. Our Capel Sound Aged Care Residence is a 194 bed facility and our Mornington Aged Care Residence is a 92 bed facility. Both campuses are state of the art and reflect the organisation’s commitment to quality and service.

The successful candidates will have a desire to exceed customer expectations, a willingness to learn and want to work for an industry leader. Applicants will have a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Aged Care or Individual Support and those who have completed or are willing to complete Medication Administration training will be highly regarded.

Please forward your resume, cover letter, a copy of your certificates, current clear police check or NDIS Worker Screening Check, evidence of 3 COVID vaccinations, 2023 flu vaccination and of your right to work in Australia (if applicable) to applications@villageglen.com.au.

Village Glen is committed to employing a diverse workforce.

• Part Time and Casual
• Morning, Afternoon and Night Duty shifts available

Village Glen Flexicare deliver services across the Frankston City Council and Mornington Peninsula region, to clients living in their own homes under the Home Care Packages and Veterans Home Care program.

No two days will be the same in this highly varied role. Here's just a taste of what you'll be up to:

Assist the Home Support Partner in delivering care and support into the client's home
Care for clients
Workplace safety
Delivering great customer service and reporting client feedback
What can you bring?

You'll need to be broad-minded, empathetic and bring a diverse range of experience to the table with you, as well as a Cert. III / IV in Individual Support, Disability, Community Care or Aged Care. (If you're currently working towards a Cert. III qualification, that's ok too).

What's on offer?

You'll have flexible working conditions, access to the latest resources, uniforms and much more. We have several vacancies available and we're offering both casual and part time hours.

• Enjoy a warm and inclusive working environment
• Be a part of a team that delivers excellent care to our clients
• Casual shifts and part time hours are available

The Village Glen, one of the largest and most well-appointed retirement communities on the Mornington Peninsula, is seeking a Home Support Partner – STRC Program to join our team working in our Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Program. The STRC program provides community-based services to frail older people who have complex care needs and live in the STRC program catchment – Southern region.

In this permanent part-time position, you will be responsible for the provision and co-ordination of quality care that meets the individual needs of the client and the program standards and guidelines.

Your responsibilities will include working with a team of allied health professionals and form part of the multi-disciplinary team working in the STRC program across the broader Southern Metropolitan region.
Our clients are over 65 years old, living in their own homes, which may be within the village or across the broader Mornington Peninsula/Southern region. This dynamic, varied role will keep you engaged, providing job satisfaction along the way.

Key Responsibilities:

- Undertake care planning in line with Flexicare Policy and Procedures and STRC program requirements for MDT meetings.
- Follow up incident reports submitted regarding clients
- Keep progress notes on all interactions with clients and their representatives, service providers etc - document in accordance with legal requirements and the organization’s Policies & Procedures
- Work with clients to manage their care budgets
- Participate in quality, WHS and team meetings.
- Participate in Quality Improvement activities
- Escalate Clinical concerns to STRC lead.
- Develop strong networks and relationships with the targeted group’s communities

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Qualification in Community service with case management, Social Work, Allied Health, RN / EN (preferred).
- A demonstrated ability to work within a human service organisation including administration, and financial management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A strong commitment to working with frail aged people
- A motor vehicle driving licence.

Please email your Cover Letter and CV to lyn.lewis@villageglen.com.au. Applications close Friday 17th May 2024.

• Great location base on the Mornington Peninsula, covering the Southern Region
• Permanent Part-time, 3 days a week 
• Competitive salary 
• Dynamic and supportive team